What is the cheapest way to get from Marburg to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Marburg to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €7 - €13 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Marburg to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Marburg to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Marburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Marburg station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Marburg central train station and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Marburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Marburg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Marburg Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Marburg to Cologne?

The distance between Marburg and Cologne is 273 km. The road distance is 161.3 km.

How do I travel from Marburg to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Marburg to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 2h 53m and costs €45 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Marburg to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Marburg to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marburg to Cologne bus from?

Marburg to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Marburg central train station.

Where do I catch the Marburg to Cologne train from?

Marburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Marburg Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Marburg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Marburg to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 2h 53m and costs €45 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Marburg to Cologne bus arrive?

Marburg to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Marburg to Cologne train arrive?

Marburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Marburg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Marburg to Cologne is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Marburg to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Marburg to Cologne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Marburg to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1849+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Marburg to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Marburg and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Marburg to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Marburg to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Marburg Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain Re30
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
2h 53m
€47–211
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Marburg to Colognerideshare 161.7 km
2h 15m
€7–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marburg central train station to Frankfurt central train stationbus N110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
4h 13m
Train
1. Take the train from Marburg Hauptbahnhof to Siegen Hbftrain Rb94
2. Take the train from Siegen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain Re9
4h 53m
€40–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Marburg Hauptbahnhof to Bad Laasphe Bftrain
2. Take the bus from Bad Laasphe ZOB to Siegen ZOBbus Sb5
3. Take the train from Siegen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain Re9
5h 20m
Drive 161.3 km
1. Drive from Marburg to Colognecar 161.3 km
1h 48m
€23–34

Marburg to Cologne by train

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Distance: 273.2 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Marburg, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Marburg Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marburg central train station to Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 4h 13m.

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